Supplier Quality Engineer

Supplier Evaluation and Selection:

• Conduct audits and assessments to ensure suppliers meet quality standards.
• Identify outsourcing activities and critical sub-suppliers (including raw materials).
• Monitor supplier risks and performance using metrics and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
• Provide training, guidance, and facilitate improvements in supplier quality systems and processes.

Problem Resolution:

• Investigate quality issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier quality.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Act as the primary contact for supplier quality matters.
• Collaborate with engineering and procurement teams to ensure alignment on quality specifications.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed records of audits, evaluations, and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and company policy requirements.

Continuous Improvement:

• Lead or support initiatives to improve supplier management processes.
• Encourage suppliers to innovate and adopt best practices.

New Product Development (NPD) and First Article (FA):

• Ensure supplier readiness and capability during new product launches.
• Verify mutual agreement on specifications between the company and suppliers.